Stories

Red-tailed hawk found alongside a highway with a swollen foot is rescued. She comes to the Sanctuary where it is discovered her toe was broken.

Supporters of California shelter animals were victorious in the first battle over the Hayden Law repeal, but the war has not yet been won.

Wilson the dog discovers a whole new world one click at a time.

Chuck the horse may not be classically beautiful, but he is a one of a kind horse and to be celebrated for all his uniqueness and endearing qualities.

A record number of pit bulls, all of whom are rescues, are registered with Therapy Animals of Utah. Read about some of them.

Oppose Gov. Jerry Brown's proposal to repeal parts of Hayden Law. Voice your support of California animals today!

Read about Furburbia at the Tanger Outlet in Park City, Utah, that offers pets for adoption. (Note: Furburbia has been renamed Nuzzles & Co.)

NASCAR driver Ryan Newman to visit Sanctuary this week to film pre-race segment and further animal welfare cause.

At the Sanctuary, there’s never a shortage of goofy antics from the animals to keep us chuckling. Here are a couple from this week.

Melissa Moreira, dog attack survivor, is opposed to HB 997, which would repeal Miami-Dade County's pit bull ban.

After being rescued, pig gets help at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. She is doing very well with all types of animals, but doesn't like other pigs.

No More Homeless Pets Network partner gains greater tools to do more.

Longtime Best Friends volunteer goes from toiling behind a desk to working with animals.

Rabbits enjoy chewing on Christmas trees, whittling on the bark and eating the needles. Chewing is great for their teeth since teeth grow continually.

There are many opportunities to volunteer with Best Friends Pet Adoption and Spay/Neuter Center in Los Angeles, whether you're near the shelter or not.